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Caleb Williams leads Chicago Bears past New England Patriots in Thursday night game

Chicago quarterback Caleb Williams led his team to a 30-24 victory over the New England Patriots at Soldier Field on Thursday night.

Caleb Williams outduels friend and rival Drake Maye as Bears beat Patriots
File photo Caleb Williams outduels friend and rival Drake Maye as Bears beat Patriots Photo: The Guardian

Williams returns from injury with strong performance

Caleb Williams completed 22 of 33 passes for 308 yards and two touchdowns in his second game back. He had previously been sidelined by a hamstring injury before returning to the lineup. This marked the first time since 2018 that a Bears quarterback threw for more than 300 yards in consecutive games.

Receiving corps supports quarterback lead

Luther Burden caught four passes for 130 yards while Colston Loveland scored on a 12-yard reception. Cairo Santos kicked a career-long 58-yard field goal to extend the Bears lead late in the fourth quarter.

Patriots fall behind after early deficit

Drake Maye threw for 321 yards and two touchdowns but also threw an interception in the first half. The Patriots recovered from a 19-3 deficit to stay within striking distance before the final drive.

2 outlets, different leads

  • The Guardian

    Caleb Williams outduels friend and rival Drake Maye as Bears beat Patriots

  • Sky Sports

    Williams leads Bears past Patriots in impressive victory

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